Mixed thoughts in my mind today. As a United States citizen, I want my nation to thrive. I want to honor each person as valuable, and truly discover what it means to humble myself and pray and act like Jesus, who declared, “Forgive them for they know not what they do.”
Discovering the truth about my nation can be shocking. Case in point: Voting rights for our black citizens occurred only after tragic violence occurred during the 1965 marches between Selma and Montgomery, Alabama. Another is the illegal overthrow of the Hawaii kingdom. It is not always included in USA history textbooks.
A photo where a sign announces “God hates fags” illustrates what people have done in God’s name. Being silent against hatred is one factor in a nation’s downfall. Be aware that collective groupthink, not the individual person, moves the needle to changed communities. In our homes, is each member of the family is treated with dignity? Is your co-worker being treated like Jesus treated us? It’s a movement toward each believer being respectful, gentle, kind, and compassionate, reflecting Jesus’ kingdom.
